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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center and Tollefson Plaza 1500 Broadway, Tacoma

The 30th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration in Tacoma will once again bring the community together to celebrate Monday, January 15, 2018 as a day on, not a day off. Available Parking There is free holiday on-street parking and free parking at Freighthouse Square (2501 E. D Street). Freighthouse Square is easily accessible via the LINK Light Rail > Continue Reading

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FAFSA & Strong Assessment

January 16th and 30th, 2018 from 1-3pm come to the REACH Center at 714 S 27th St, Tacoma, WA 98409 to learn more about how to finance college and decide on your career path! Please call 253-573-6590 for additional details.

Free

Travel Talk: My Adventure in the Galapagos Islands

Annie Wright School (The Great Hall) 827 N. Tacoma Avenue, Tacoma

"I was in Fourth grade when I first learned about Charles Darwin, the theory of evolution, and the Blue-footed Booby. I spent the rest of my life wanting to go to the Galapagos Islands. I finally have done it. Happy Face!" "I spent my 62nd birthday at the Equator. My 63rd will be at the > Continue Reading

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Scholarly Selections: Towards a Universal Network of Humankind

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma

If you dabble in social media, you know how rapidly ideas and concepts can spread and evolve through online networks. What if we applied that same concept to ancient philosophers and mathematicians? On Free Third Thursday at 6:30, the Washington State History Museum hosts Muhammad Aurangzeb Ahmad, University of Washington-Tacoma faculty, who will talk about > Continue Reading

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Public Reception and Ribbon Cutting Cermony

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma

Join the Historical Society and special guest Governor Jay Inslee to celebrate the opening of recently renovated galleries in the Great Hall of Washington History. “Shaping a New World” explores Washington’s earliest history through geology, the Clovis people, The Ancient One (Kennewick Man) and more. In “Washington: My Home,” consider your personal story within the > Continue Reading

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Manage Your Finances

Are you interested in learning more about managing your money? Come see us for the first finance learning session of the new year thanks to our friends at Wells Fargo. Friday, Jan 19th from 1-2pm for ages 16-24 at The REACH Center at 714 S 27th St, Tacoma, WA 98409.

Free

PlayDates: Toys from the WSHS Collection

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma

While the ways in which children play has changed over time, toys are and have always been an important part of the lives of Washingtonians. PlayDates celebrates some of the most popular toys in America through a look into the collections of the Washington State Historical Society. Decades of fun are represented through playsets, games, > Continue Reading

$14

Children’s Museum of Tacoma Right to Play Gala

Greater Tacoma Convention Center 1500 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, United States

We want you to join us for a spirited evening as we honor children and champion play. The Right to Play Gala will begin with a celebration at the Children’s Museum of Tacoma. Let your imagination soar as you stroll the playscapes, chance the raffle, and win some goods-all to elevate early learning. Then follow > Continue Reading

$10 – $125

Winter Concert with Peninsula Youth Orchestra

Peninsula High School Gig Harbor, WA, United States

Free concert featuring the four levels of the Peninsula Youth Orchestra of Gig Harbor and surrounding areas. Enjoy and support your local musical talent and youth! Refreshments provided

Free

Washington: My Home

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma

NOW OPEN! The Great Hall of Washington History’s newest permanent exhibit focuses on Washington immigration and migration stories. Listen to first person recordings, see and touch artifacts, and imagine yourself in someone else’s shoes as you learn about the many different people who have made our state their home. Join us on January 18 for > Continue Reading

$14